Advantages: Quinn as Zorba is irrestible, great music and dance Disadvantages: a rather sedate storyline.
Zorba the Greek is not the greatest story in the history of cinema, its claim to fame lies in the impressive performances of Anthony Quinn and Alan Bates. Above all, it is memorable for its unforgettable score by Mykos Theodorakis and excellent black and white cinematography.
The plot is quite straightforward: Basil, a shy, rather introverted and mannered Englishman with Greek connections inherits a disused mine on the island of Crete. On the mainland he encounters Alexis Zorba, a larger than life Greek peasant with an infectious optimism and energy. During a stormy passage to Crete (wonderfully embellished by Theodorakis' bazuki score) Basil takes a shine to Zorba and takes him on as the hired help.
The contrast between the reserved, inhibited Basil and Zorba's lust for living life to the full is one of the main themes of the movie ...
Advantages: The setting is amazing and very romantic Disadvantages: None
We spotted this Tapa's restaurant whilst wondering around Port Vell. The larger boat is the kitchen area where they do all the cooking. The smaller boat has an upper and lower level and a bar and this is the seating area. Each table has a large parasol above it.
This looked like a really romantic place to eat especially at nightime when all the tables are lit by candlelight. To get on the boat you go up a small gangway and you are then on the lower level which is where we sat.
We decided to sit and relax and listen to the Spanish music whilst sipping a glass of chilled champagne, the gentle rocking of the boat was very relaxing. Our waitress told us Luz De Gas means gaslight in English.
The Menu
Ham Croquettes
Potatos Bravo's
Spicey Meatballls
Vegetable Spring Rolls
Olives Stuffed with Anchovies
Lentils with Sausage ...
debmercury 07.01.2010
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